新视野英语教程 2 U7.pptxVIP

;; Pollution is a major problem in the world today. It damages the environment and is harmful to humans, animals and plants. Although pollution can be a result of natural disasters such as earthquakes and forest fires, it is mostly caused by human activity. With the increase of population and the development of technology, pollution in our modern-day world has reached dangerous levels. Clean and fresh air is now a luxury in many big cities and the water in many of our rivers and lakes are too polluted to drink and swim in. The environment is our life support system—the only one that we have. We should do our best to save it before it’s too late. ;Directions: Land, air and water pollution are the three main types of pollution. Look at the pictures below and write down what particular form of pollution each picture describes. Then choose from the answers (A-H) provided in the boxes at the bottom of the page to complete the rest of the information for each picture. Answers may be used more than once. ;;Sources of Pollution A. Waste gases from automobiles B. Littering C. Use of chemicals in farming D. Burning coal to heat homes E. Sewage and waste water from homes and factories F. Emissions of harmful gases from factories G. Waste materials from homes and industries dumped in landfills H. Garbage dumped into the sea ;Ways to Prevent or Reduce Pollution A. Invest in green energy such as wind or solar energy B. Reduce the amount of coal and gas we burn C. Exercise tougher control on factories and companies D. Use energy-efficient cars E. Reduce and recycle the waste we create F. Cut down on chemicals in farming G. Treat sewage before it enters rivers H. Educate people to avoid littering ;Directions: You will hear a short passage. Listen carefully and answer the following questions. ;Suggested answer: Too many cars have caused a lot of serious problems in our world. Besides congestion, accidents and fast fuel consumption, cars are responsible for